What is a bolero?

Bolero (from the Spanish bolero) - originally outerwear, short and tight-fitting, a sleeveless jacket open in front without a fastener, which was part of the Spanish national costume.

These days, it's simple yet wide - a cropped jacket.

As part of the national men's costume, it got its name thanks to the folk dance of the same name - the bolero, which was widespread in the 18th century. Fashion is unpredictable and changeable, so the bolero, having changed, appears on women's fragile shoulders a century later in France, as a tribute to the memory of Empress Eugenie (she was Spaniard by origin).

Today, having undergone some changes, the bolero is a familiar part of the women's wardrobe. And representatives of the national culture of Spain, in their festive attire, still use the bolero as an exclusively part of the national costume.

The main advantage is versatility. The bolero goes well with both casual and evening wear. Bolero is easy to put on or take off in whatever situation you would be. It can be worn more than once, it can be combined with different dresses, and each time the ceremonial ensemble will look different, unusual in its own way.

Modern models are very diverse, which bolero is right for you? A voluminous model with ruffles and ruffles is ideal for a thin girl, which will emphasize a thin waist and visually enlarge her breasts. Bright decor in the chest area will create the illusion of seductive forms.

Is the figure not perfect? This is not a reason to refuse such a beautiful thing, the main thing is to be more careful when choosing a model, it should not fit the figure tightly. Elongated models with sleeves will hide the fullness of the arms and abdomen. The decorative elements in the upper part will make the figure proportional. For an evening look under a bolero, a dress with a corset is suitable, which will pull the problem areas.

For broad-shouldered ladies, a crocheted bolero, openwork and preferably dark tones, is ideal. It is best to wear it with contrasting things. A bolero made of dark-colored jersey with a vertical pattern will help to visually reduce the line of the shoulders.

Lace boleros are most often openwork, they create unusually romantic and feminine images. They will ideally complement any evening dress: short or long, straight, "fish", dress with a train, A-line, dress with a corset or any other. Lace in combination with precious metals and natural stones will add mystery and sexuality to your image. It is important when creating an image to abandon jewelry.

Satin fabric looks very noble, due to the density of the fabric, the bolero will hide some figure flaws. A sheath dress, a corset and any off-the-shoulder outfit with a bolero will look nobler and more feminine. When choosing accessories, give preference to pearls.

Fur bolero - will look luxurious and expensive.Great combination: natural fur with a classic black dress or with any other simple and unpretentious dress. Festive and effective look: skinny trousers, top, high heels and a fur bolero.

Bolero can be found in the collections of such couturiers as Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Carolina Herrera and many others, but mass brands also have such an elegant element of women's wardrobe.

And eminent stars cannot do without a bolero in their wardrobe. For example, Victoria Beckham demonstrated that luxury and classics are combined in her image - a knitted bolero and an exquisite bustier dress.

Presenting a book for children, Geri Halliwell looked like the heroine of a fairy tale herself. A delicate romantic dress is exquisitely complemented by a bolero.

Singer Rihanna freshened up her look with an angora bolero that went perfectly with a dark knit jumpsuit.

Don't know what to add to your office style? Feel free to wear a bolero, it will add rigor to the image and cover the bare shoulders of a summer sundress.

An evening, cocktail dress with a bolero will make a wonderful ensemble. Do not forget about the practicality of the thing, the bolero will not only decorate the outfit, but also insulate. An evening look is ideally complemented by a lace, satin or fur bolero.

It is necessary to hide the flaws of the figure, then add a bolero to the casual, casual style of the bolero. Shy and tender nature? Then the bolero will be indispensable with open tops, dresses or sundresses.

Cotton tops are combined with large knitted boleros. Jeans, tight leggings or a skirt with heels are a good combination with such a bolero.

Be sure to complement an elegant evening dress with an openwork bolero and a string of pearls, and your romantic and feminine look is ready.